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Gov. JB Pritzker and Illinois State Police Director Brendan Kelly walk alongside a fleet of new squad cars and rank-and-file Illinois State Police troopers outside the Illinois State Capitol Tuesday. They were commemorating ISP’s 100th anniversary. (CAPITOL NEWS ILLINOIS PHOTO BY JERRY NOWICKI)

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ISP flag will fly atop Capitol dome in April

From his ceremonial office at the Capitol Tuesday, Gov. JB Pritzker proclaimed the 12-month period beginning April 1 as the Illinois State Police centennial year, ordering the ISP flag to fly atop the Capitol dome for the month of April. P2

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Pritzker commemorates 100 years of Illinois State Police as crime remains campaign flashpoint

New state laws taking effect Jan. 1 Minimum wage hike, pets in public housing among new changes Continued from page 1 Continued from page 1

ISP flag will fly atop Capitol SPRINGFIELD – Minimum wage workers in Illinois will see a dome in boost in their hourly pay to $12 per hour starting Jan. 1,April while tenants in affordable housing units will be

BY PETER HANCOCK Capitol News Illinois phancock@capitolnewsillinois.com

allowed to keep pets.

Those are just some of the more than 300 new laws that take effect in the new year.

The minimum wage increase is actually the result of a 2019 law that phases in a state minimum wage to $15 an hour by 2025. This year, it will increase by one dollar to $12 an hour.

The law allowing public housing

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But as Pritzker and Kelly headed out to the Capitol grounds tenants keep pets is the result By to JERRY NOWICKI to shake hands with rank-and-file ISP troopers, Richard Irvin, a of Senate Bill 154,

by Sen. Linda Capitol News Illinois Republican challenger for governor, issued a news release critiHolmes, D-Aurora, and Rep. Stephjnowicki@capitolnewsillinois.com cizing the governor’s 2021 signature on a criminal justice reform anie Kifowit, D-Oswego. It provides bill known as the SAFE-T Act. that tenants of multifamily housing From his ceremonial office at the Capitol Tuesday, Gov. JB The Irvin release also called attention to the votes of Pritzker unitsPritzker that are acquired, built or renproclaimed the 12-month period beginning April 1 as the Prisoner Review Board appointees who voted to free two indiovated with money the Illinois Illinois Statefrom Police centennial year, ordering the ISP flag to fly viduals who were charged with the 1976 murder of ISP trooper Affordable Housing Trust Fund atop the Capitol dome for the month of April.

Layton Davis. One of those individuals, Aaron Hyche, 71, was may keepThe up to news two catsconference or one dog in Pritzker’s office followed an appearreleased on medical parole and suffers from cancer, Parkinson’s weighing less than 50 pounds. ance on the Capitol’s east lawn, where a fleet of new black-anddisease and dementia.

Itwhite applies squad to residents of housing cars and ISP officers lined up in front of the Abraham Four PRB members with controversial voting histories have unitsLincoln that are designated as affordstatue. exited the board in recent days, one by resignation, one whose able housing for lowand very-lowPritzker, at a news conference in his office, told a story of an appointment was pulled by Pritzker and two who were rejected by income The bill passed ISPfamilies. that formed in 1922 to “maintain order and safety on its masthe Senate. bothsive chambers in its final form onpaved roads.” ISP Director Brendan Kelly number of newly Pritzker said the PRB members are charged with examining Maysaid 30 and Gov. JB Pritzker signed the first class of ISP troopers consisted of eight individuals the original crime, whether the offender is rehabilitated, whether it into law Aug. 6. driving motorcycles “that were left over from the First World they caused problems while incarcerated and whether they would Other new laws include: War.” be a danger to the public.

Vehicle“It’s taxes:safe SB58 raises thethe pri- Illinois State Police has changed an awful to say “It’s very easy just to say, ‘this person committed an awful vatelot vehicle tax, which is a sales tax since then, as threats have evolved over the decades. As our crime so many years ago,’ and to say, ‘we’re gonna throw away paidunderstanding on the purchase of of vehicles, by public safety has expanded, so too have the duthe key, leave them all in prison,’” Pritzker said. “That’s what $75ties for each year where the Police,” Pritzker said. of model the Illinois State you’re gonna end up with. If that’s what people purchase Pritzker price is lesssaid than $15,000 ISP duties now include want, well, let’s hear that. But I don’t think and“forensic by $100 for vehicles priced testing, crime scene services, investhat’s what people wanted when we created the above that amount.

However, the tigations, intelligence, cybersecurity, disaster Prisoner Review Board.” registration fee for trailers weighing response and a spectrum of support for all local Republicans have seized on Pritzker’s less law than 3,000 pounds willthroughout drop to enforcement the state.” signature on the SAFE-T Act which eliminates $36 instead of $118.

“The makeup of the ranks of our state cash bail beginning next year in favor of a sysCollege admissions: HB226, troopers has changed too. Women and peotem prioritizing the offender’s threat level over establishing the Higher Education ple of color weren’t allowed to serve 100 ability to pay. It’s to be defined in the courts.

Fairyears Admissions prohibits ago.Act, Today they are among ISPs highest The bill also requires body cameras be implepublic collegeshe andsaid. universities ranks,” mented by 2025, a measure which Pritzker said from requiring applicants to submit The centennial event came amid a politwould increase accountability and trust.

SAT,ical ACTbackdrop or other standardized test in which crime and the state’s The original SAFE-T Act also changed scores as part of to the itadmissions proresponse is top of mind in the early stages use-of-force guidelines for law enforcement, cess,ofalthough prospective studentsseason in which every the 2022 campaign created a new police certification system and mayseat choose submit them ifAssembly they intothe General and all constituexpanded detainee rights. wish. tional offices are up for grabs, including the The GOP has publicized the SAFE-T Act Drug prices: SB1682 requires governorship. as detrimental to officer morale, blaming it pharmacies to post a notice That much hasin-been evident in the camfor resignations in sheriff’s offices and police forming consumers that they mayPritzker’s Republican paign materials from departments across the state and for making request current pharmacy retail challengers who are aiming to peg Democrats recruitment of new officers difficult. prices the point of sale. And it was evident Monday as atsoft on crime.

When asked about recruiting officers, FOID changes: HB562 en-appointee to the Illinois nightcard when a Pritzker Pritzker pointed to a nationwide labor shortage and emphasized actsPrisoner several changes to the Firearm Review Board received just half of the votes needed for the brotherhood of ISP and strong wages as a recruiting hook.

Owner Identification card law. approval in a Senate dominated by Democrats.

Kelly said law enforcement is a “challenging and difficult Among other things, it provides for in the question-and-answer session followIt was also evident job,” but it’s also “a calling” and he’s optimistic recruits will a streamlined renewal processnews for conference, during which Pritzker fielded ing the governor’s continue to materialize.

FOID cards and Concealed Carry crime, officer-involved shootings and the questions about rising “Throughout history, the way the public feels and interacts Licenses for people whofor voluntarily political fight the PRB. with law enforcement, that sentiment, it ebbs and flows,” Kelly submit fingerprint records. also police are out there trying to protect our “I believe thatIt our said.

“And I believe we’re at a point where the respect for law allows the Illinois StateasPolice communities besttothey can, sometimes in extraordinary and enforcement and the desire to make sure that the role of law issuedifficult a combined FOID card and circumstances,” Pritzker said. “So we ought to stand up enforcement is strong, and that it is within the expectations of the Concealed Carry Licensewhether to quali- they’re for our police, state police, local police.

Gov. JB Pritzker is shown here earlier this Obviousyear in a Capitol News Illinois file photo. The governor signed more than public, is moving in a positive direction.”

Illinois file photo) 300 bills that become Jan. people 1. (Capitol News fiedly, applicants, it establishes a whereand there are police who aren’t doing law theonjob, who Pritzker’s proposed budget also includes $4.5 million to fund neware Violent Crime Intelligence mishandling theirTask duties, they need to be held accountable for body cameras forUnited ISP States. in accordance withJoe a criminal justice reform In June, President its public health authorities from to the appropriate school support Force to take enforcement action their actions.” bill passed one year ago, as well as providing the Illinois Law Biden also signed a bill designating regulating or shutting down lemonpersonnel. against people with revoked FOID Pritzker acknowledged crime is up across the state and nation, Enforcement Training and Standards Board with $10 million for ade stands or similar operations that Juneteenth as a federal holiday.

Official HB605 requires cards. attributing the trends partially to a flags: “pandemic recession.” distributing grants to local law enforcement for body cameras. are operated by children under the state agencies and institutions to Student“And mentalso health: HB576 we’ve got to make sure that we’re bringing order Pritzker has also touted $240 million in proposed funding as Capitol News Illinois is a age of 16. Known as “Hayli’s Law,” purchase andwho American flags committed andback, SB1577that allowwe’re studentsputting in Illi- away the Illinois people actually part of a two-year, $250 million commitment to the Reimagine nonprofit, nonpartisan news it was inspired by 12-year-old Hayli that are made the United States. supporting noiscrimes. up to five And excused absences to supporting that means thein ISP, it means Public Safety Act, which aims at investing violence prevention reMartinez, Hair styles: SB817 prohibits attend their mental or behavioral lawto enforcement.

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“The makeup of the ranks of our state troopers has changed too.

Women and people of color weren’t allowed to serve 100 years ago.

Today they are among ISPs highest ranks,”

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APRIL IS ALCOHOL AWARENESS MONTH April is alcohol awareness month which means many organizations across the nation increase their already significant efforts to educate the public and raise cognizance about alcoholism, its causes, effects, and proper treatment.

Studies have shown that large groups of people believe their drinking is solely social. Research shows, that in many cases social drinking is used as a crutch. Professionals under excess stress such as police officers have been studied and correlations have been found between the stress of fitting in socially with coworkers and drinking.

We also know that college drinking can be disastrous for young students away on their journey to a bachelor’s degree. Researchers found that one of four motives for college drinking was the need to conform to the social norms.

According to a report published in the academic journal, JAMA Psychiatry, almost 33% of adult Americans suffer from an alcohol abuse disorder at some point in their lives. Out of that one-third of Americans, only 20% seek professional help. The CDC has also published fact sheets stating that the number of lives lost to alcohol was around 88,000 per year from 20062010.

So how do you assess when your drinking is stepping into a danger zone or if your motives for drinking are unhealthy? Washington, D.C Licensed Mental Health Counselor Dr. Joanne Frederick outlines the differences between social and problematic drinking.

Here are 5 signs that your drinking has become problematic.

You Feel the Need to Hide Your Drinking Dr. Joanne Frederick says, “People who find themselves escalating from social drinking to actual alcoholism, attempt to conceal their alcohol consumption from their friends and family.” Dr. Frederick explains that the issue is the cognizance of the drinker that they are taking it to the next level and that those close to them would be alarmed at how much they are drinking.

Failing to Deliver on Your Responsibilities “Alcoholics tend to miss work, meetings, and other responsibilities,” Dr. Joanne Frederick says. “If problematic drinking habits begin in college, students may begin to sacrifice study time and class time in order to recuperate from the previous night’s hangover” states Dr. Frederick.

Not Sticking to Your Limit Many people set out limits for themselves before going out with friends. “I’ll only have two drinks tonight!’ they profess. However, Dr. Frederick explains that if you can’t stick to your own parameters, you might have binge drinking tendencies. “If you are making a deal with yourself and you cannot follow your own rule for the night you need to observe the reasoning. It might be a case of using alcoholism as a

crutch to fit in or have fun. When alcohol becomes a steppingstone for ‘fun’ it becomes a necessity and this is when you can develop a dependency on it,” she says.

Blacking Out Becomes Routine Blackouts and hangovers happen to everyone at some point. It is part of learning your limits. But if blacking out becomes routine, Dr. Frederick says this might be a sign you are in the red zone for dependency. “If you become nonchalant about repeatedly blacking out throughout the weekend or in extreme cases throughout the week, there is a problem. Modern medicine tells us the effects of constant and consistent episodes of blackouts on your brain can be terrible.

If you are dissociating these episodes of memory loss, incoherence, and hangovers from the consequences they can bring down the line it could mean you are trying to numb anxieties or insecurities with alcohol, and you don’t care about the results of such heavy drinking.

You Need “Liquid Courage” Prior to Any New Social Experience This is common in college students and recent grads who are trying to navigate the world of adulthood and socializing. “Studies show us that one of the major motives why college students over-drink is the need to fit in. They don’t believe they can do so without alcohol. This is problematic because it creates an urgency for the substance to make friends,” says Dr. Frederick.

What to do if you’re not sure you have a problem Dr. Frederick suggests, “If you are not certain you are an alcoholic, seek the advice of a therapist or counselor. Shadowing an AA meeting and speaking with those who have long term sobriety can also demystify and destigmatize the notion of seeking help and community.

If you begin to realize that you require more than therapy and counseling to stop drinking, inpatient treatment (rehab) may be the course of action you need to get both the therapy and tools to live a sober life.

Dr. Joanne Frederick has been in the field of Counseling for over 25 years as a University Professor and a Counselor in Private Practice.

Dr. Frederick specializes in treating people with Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Terminal illnesses, and learning disabilities. She works with individuals, couples, groups, adults and children.

She holds a Doctorate Degree in Counseling from the George Washington University in Rehabilitation Counseling, a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of Baltimore and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Morgan State University.

She is also a Licensed Professional Counselor in the District of Columbia. A Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maryland, and a National Certified Counselor.

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Black Women’s Health Imperative Releases 2022 National Diabetes Agenda WASHINGTON PRNewswire -- The Black Women’s Health Imperative (BWHI) released its 2022 National Diabetes Agenda.

The agenda arrives on the American Diabetes Association’s annual Alert Day, which aims to raise awareness about the dangers of diabetes.

“We hope that the information and resources in our new National Diabetes Agenda will help our fellow Black women beat back the epidemic of type 2 diabetes that is plaguing our community,” said Dr. Angela Ford, Chief Programs Officer at the Black Women’s Health Imperative More than 37 million Americans live with diabetes. People with diabetes are at higher risk of developing other serious health complications, including cardiovascular disease, dementia, nerve damage, kidney damage, and severe COVID-19.

As the Black Women’s Health Imperative Agenda notes, Black adults are 60% more likely than non-Hispanic white adults to be diagnosed with diabetes -- and twice as likely to die of the condition.

Type 2 diabetes, the most common form of the condition, is often preventable.

The new Black Women’s Health Imperative Agenda identifies various risk factors -- including obesity, chronic stress, and smoking -- that contribute to racial disparities in diabetes prevalence and outcomes.

The Agenda outlines policy recommendations that could help prevent diabetes and reduce health inequities, including prediabetes screening programs and wider access to affordable care. It also highlights the Black Women’s Health Imperative’s Change Your Lifestyle. Change Your Life. program, a year-long, evidence-based program that helps participants at risk of developing diabetes make positive lifestyle changes. This lifestyle change program is offered as a resource provided through the Black Women’s Health Imperative’s cooperative agreement with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Bank of America Honors Five Leaders Creating Change for People and Communities of Color CHARLOTTE, N.C., PRNewswire -- Bank of America announced the inaugural honorees of its Neighborhood Builders: Racial Equality Award, a new recognition that honors individual leaders who are advancing racial equality and economic opportunity in Black, Hispanic-Latino, Asian American, and Native American communities. The five honorees are being recognized for their extraordinary contributions to break down systemic racial barriers and create opportunities for people of color across the country.

“Through this program we are recognizing the impact of inspiring leaders in our country who are creating real change,” said D. Steve Boland, chief administrative officer at Bank of America. “Supporting nonprofits and their leaders has been core to our approach of investing in the local communities we serve. We are proud to honor these brilliant leaders and empower nonprofits with resources to continue their work in support of communities of color.”

The Racial Equality Award is an extension of Bank of America’s signature philanthropic program, Neighbor-

hood Builders®, which focuses on economic mobility and nonprofit leadership. Awardees have the opportunity to direct $200,000 in flexible funding to a nonprofit of their choice and the selected organizations will also be invited to participate in the company’s year-long Neighborhood Builders Leadership Program, which provides strategic growth and development trainings, setting the organizations up for long-term success.

The 2022 group of awardees includes: Edgar Villanueva, Founder and Principal of Decolonizing Wealth Project – New York: As the founder of the Decolonizing Wealth Project and Liberated Capital, Villanueva is a globally-recognized author and expert on the intersection of race, power, and wealth. He offers hopeful and compelling alternatives to the dynamics of colonization in the philanthropic and social finance sectors. Through this recognition, Villanueva plans to direct Bank of America’s funding to Liberated Capital.

For more information about Bank of America, visit www.bankofamerica.com.

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Neighborhood Builders: Racial Equality Award Honorees, Courtesy of Bank of America. Top row, left to right, Nathaniel Smith and Manjusha (Manju) P. Kulkarni. Bottom row, left to right, Edgar Villanueva, Luz Corcuera, and John Rice. PRNewsfoto/ Bank of America Corporation

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ABU DHABI, UAE PRNewswire -- Abu Dhabi unveiled plans for the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi, which will feature some of the rarest wonders of natural history ever found. Visitors will travel on a 13.8-billion-year journey through time and space, which will include a thought-provoking perspective into a sustainable future for planet Earth.

The new museum, currently under construction and due to be completed at the end of 2025, will be located in the emirate’s Saadiyat Cultural District, which is establishing itself as one of the world’s leading cultural centres.

A highlight of the new museum’s collection will be the world-famous ‘Stan’, a remarkable, mostly complete 39-footlong (11.7 metres) Tyrannosaurus rex, which is one of the best preserved and most studied fossils of this iconic predator from the Late Cretaceous Period. Known by scientists around the world, years of scientific studies of ‘Stan’ have furthered our knowledge of countless aspects of T. rex. Now that ‘Stan’ has a new home at the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi, this 67-million-year-old dinosaur will be in the care of expert scientists, and will continue to contribute to education and research and inspire future explorers.

‘Stan’ will be joined by an extraordinary Murchison Meteorite specimen, which famously crash-landed in Australia more than 40 years ago and has since revealed to scientists new information about the early solar system. Containing a huge range of organic ‘stardust’ compounds as well as pre-solar grains which formed over 7 billion years ago – long before our current solar system existed – the meteorite provides ancient insight into the very building blocks of life.

The museum’s collection will feature numerous significant artefacts as part of its compelling curatorial vision, as well as fascinating experiences being created by a dedicated team in Abu Dhabi, supported by strategic partnerships with world leading scholars and natural history experts.

Conceived and developed by the Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) in partnership with Miral, Abu Dhabi’s leading creator of destinations and experiences the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi will be a scientific research and teaching institution and an educational resource for learning about the evolving story of our planet, aiming to ignite a life-long passion for the natural world in visitors of all ages.

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MYRTLE BEACH, S.C., PRNewswire -- As spring begins to bloom and the sun lingers a bit longer each day, Visit Myrtle Beach strives to make it easy for travelers of all interests, ages and abilities to take a much-needed getaway. Dubbed “America’s Favorite Beach,” Myrtle Beach, S.C. has been a staple destination for spring travel since the 1930s, and this season is a particularly exciting time to visit. With 60 miles of breathtaking Atlantic coastline and a variety of brand-new attractions and accommodations – there’s truly something for everyone to enjoy.

Here are great reasons to plan a spring trip to Myrtle Beach: Get here fast Myrtle Beach’s accessible location makes it easy to plan a road trip from the East Coast, South or Midwest.

Major cities like New Jersey, Pittsburgh, Indianapolis, Memphis and Jackson are all less than a 12-hour drive from The Beach. In fact, nearly 50% of the U.S. population is located within a day’s drive. For those who prefer to travel by air, the Myrtle Beach International Airport was named the “2021 Best Small Airport” in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards – offering 50 nonstop destinations and an expanded list of new seasonal and year-round flights. Not to mention, it’s conveniently located one mile from the ocean!

Choose your own adventure Planning a vacation is a breeze when there are endless ways to tailor your trip to fit your interests. From beach bums to adrenaline junkies, large families to solo travelers, everyone can choose their own adventure at The Beach this spring. Visitors looking for some peaceful time in the sunshine will enjoy one of our 90+ golf courses or spend the day strolling through the award-winning Brookgreen Gardens. While families may prefer a lighter game at one of our 50+ minigolf courses, or dive into a little “edu-tainment” at the popular WonderWorks, Hollywood Wax Museum or Ripley’s Aquarium. The opportunities are abundant!

For additional information on tourism offerings in the Myrtle Beach area, visit www.visitmyrtlebeach.com or call (888) Myrtle-1.

According to HE Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of DCT Abu Dhabi, nurturing awareness of how we are impacting the planet has never been more important.

“Natural history has a new home in Abu Dhabi. A new museum which tells the story of our universe through some of the most incredible natural wonders known to mankind. These are awe-inspiring gifts from nature that we are proud to share with the world – unlocking millions of years of knowledge to not only advance scientific discovery but to inspire our children to protect our planet’s future,” said HE Al Mubarak.

“As we nurture a new generation of global advocates that are incredibly curious and passionate about natural history, we are fulfilling our vision to enrich lives and make Abu Dhabi the place for research, collaboration and discovery.”

The museum will join the diverse cultural institutions and museums in the Saadiyat Cultural District, which include Louvre Abu Dhabi and the upcoming Zayed National Museum and Guggenheim Abu Dhabi, as part of Abu Dhabi’s strategy to position the emirate as a centre for culture, arts and creativity.

With a focus on immersive displays, curated collections with exceptional specimens, and innovative, interactive mediations, the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi galleries will take visitors on a journey back to the very beginning of time, narrating the evolution of our universe, the Earth’s formation, and the history of life on our planet – as well as providing a glimpse into our possible future.

In addition to global natural history, the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi will for the first time present the history of life on Earth through an Arabian lens, where local natural assets of fauna, flora and the geological history of the region will be part of the visitor journey.

It will join a global communty of natural history museums committed to public education and to the development and sharing of scientific research. Within the museum, the innovative scientific research facility will undertake studies in areas including zoology, palaeontology, marine biology, molecular research (aDNA and proteomics), and earth sciences. The primary aim will be to advance knowledge and increase understanding of our past, but also to create a think tank for future innovation and emerging technologies.

Myrtle Beach, S.C. is an ideal getaway for all travelers this spring with 60 miles of breathtaking Atlantic coastline and a variety of brand-new attractions and accommodations.

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EXQUISITE ARRIVAL TO BALI INDULGENCE International travelers can now enter Bali without quarantine by booking their first 3 nights at a CHSE-certified hotel on the island, providing necessary documents, taking a first PCR test at Bali’s airport and a second PCR test on the 3rd day of their stay. Visa On Arrival is available to visitors from 42 countries including Singapore, and Singapore Airlines has been operating direct flights from Singapore to Bali. With the Vaccinated Travel Lane (VTL), eligible vaccinated travelers can enjoy quarantine-free entry to Singapore if they meet all requirements after their trip from Bali.

The St. Regis Bali Resort is nestled in the heart of the Garden of Bali, Nusa Dua, where exclusive accommodation

serves as the perfect sanctuary to refresh and rejuvenate. The Strand Residences and Strand Villas offer immediate beach access where your very own loungers await, while the Lagoon Villas are a step away from the expansive saltwater lagoon.

Located within the tropical gardens, the Gardenia Villas feature secluded private pool and a traditional relaxation gazebo. The St. Regis Suites showcase an elegant Balinese décor with glass doors that slide open to private terraces. With all the amenities and features of the suite, the St. Regis Pool Suites are complemented by an extensive outdoor space with a plunge pool.

Guests can choose a range of international dining delights, such as the island’s finest, Kayuputi Restaurant, pampering guests

with exquisite dishes and an unparalleled view of the glistening Indian Ocean to make the experience truly special.

Indulge in Bali’s natural beauty at the island’s best address while experiencing one-of-a-kind evening rituals and bespoke service, such as the signature 24-hour St. Regis Butler Service where the needs of every guest are understood and addressed.

The St. Regis Bali Resort provides guests the perfect curated vacation experience. With various offers, enjoy exclusive benefits and upgrades when you reserve direct.

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Angela Stevens New Brand Ambassador for KOSA Professionals Angela Stevens teams up with KOSA Professionals to promote hot tools in a new way

New York – Innovative black-owned hot it. With KOSA Professionals, Yummie continues tools brand KOSA Professionals announces new to help open doors for all women in the beauty brand ambassador as Emmy award-winning hairindustry. stylist, children’s book author, and mentor Angela KOSA ProfesStevens. As a leader in the hair and beauty indussionals continues to try, KOSA Professionals partnership with Angela improve the lives of Stevens will assist in educating consumers on everyday people with how to style their hair with the revolutionary tools their best-selling Elite that are safe for all hair types.

Infrared Styler, which Angela Stevens is known for creating is a versatile heat styler versatile and stylish looks and has worked with that allows you to style some of music and entertainment’s top influencin a variety of styles es including Rihanna, Lupita Nyong’o, Keke such as straightening Palmer, Rita Ora, and countless others. She is hair or creating breach the hairstylist for Oprah Winfrey Networks’ waves. For a bonus, award-winning legal drama television series All this styler shuts off Rise. Through the years, Angela’s passion for automatically after sixty hair care and education grew leading her to write minutes. The fan-favorand self-publish her own children’s book “Hair.” ite Triple Threat Infrare Courtesy of Kosas Professionals “Hair” helps to shed light on the importance of KOSA Professionals is a black-owned hair loving and taking care of the hair we are born with, making this a quintessenstyling tool brand founded by Nigerian-American Yummie O made for all. tial partnership with KOSA Professionals.

All hot tools are made specifically to be innovative and safe for everyone’s “As we continue to innovate and excel in the beauty category, we feel hair type and lifestyle. KOSA Professionals is on a mission to create heat Angela embodies the essence of KOSA Professionals and what it truly tools that will help you and hairstylists alike to create flawless hairstyles means to be a voice for everyone to celebrate their hair,” said Yummie O, that are sleek and won’t compromise the health of your hair. KOSA ProCEO & Founder of KOSA Professionals. fessionals strive to develop highly effective, elegant-looking, ergonomic, Yummie O is a Nigerian-American “mompreneur” and business mogul and lightweight tools that will make you the envy amongst hair and beauty whose entrepreneurial journey began when she leaped out on faith, leaventhusiasts. ing her career in IT consulting to start her own business after finding her KOSA Professionals collection includes six styling hair tools ranging passion in the beauty industry. Yummie is a mother and a mentor to young from $95 - $195 and available in black and blush. The brand is available women and has a mission to help others find their unique niche and excel in exclusively on KosaProfessionals.com.

Mignon Faget Ushers in New Era With Latest Spring Jewelry Collection

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STORM REID DROPS ALL NEW STYLES AS PART OF HER PACSUN ARASHIBLU COLLECTION LOS ANGELES PRNewswire -Pacsun announced its second drop with actress, producer, and future filmmaker Storm Reid under her Storm Reid x Pacsun ArashiBlu Collection. Debuting in July 2021, Storm Reid x Pacsun ArashiBlu Collection was created with body positivity and inclusivity in mind, and the current drop consists of all new swim styles, including bikinis, one pieces, cover ups and more.

Reid is bringing a fresh take to the latest collection, offering new super soft lurex and flat swim fabrications, while also detailing the pieces with an assortment of different hardware, silver and gold beads.

“For this collection, I wanted the suits to be bold, bright and colorful,” said Storm Reid. “Colors express our emotions, energy, and playfulness, and I am grateful and extremely proud of this continued partnership with Pacsun.”

“Storm has an incredible eye for fashion and detail and this new evolution of her ArashiBlu Collection really shows

her depth and versatility,” said Brie Olson, President at Pacsun. “She is a great partner, and we are so excited to bring these new styles to our consumers in time for warm weather months.”

Along with concepting all of the creatives and designs, Storm self shot and helped direct the campaign.

Storm Reid is an actress, producer, artivist and current freshman at USC. She is best known for her roles in A Wrinkle in Time, Invisible Man, Don’t Let Go, and The Suicide Squad, among many others.

Reid most recently was seen returning for the second season of HBO’s smash hit Euphoria alongside Zendaya. In 2013, Reid and her mother, Robyn Simpson, launched A SEED & WINGS Productions, an independent multimedia production house rooted in narratives that forge multi-cultural conversations, entertain, educate, and uplift. The collection is now available exclusively at https://www.pacsun.com/ storm-reid/ in sizes XXS - XL and range from $24.95 to $59.95.

NEW ORLEANS PRNewswire -buted in August 2021, we were introduced The story of Mignon Faget’s latest Spring to the Jasmine leaves, we now watch as Collection is an inspiring shift into the new the latest additions bloom in tandem with direction Mignon Faget is entering within the vines lining New Orleans’ streets and the world of jewelry. houses.

Blending three generations of women “With each new collection now into Mignon Faget’s Spring Catalog narracomes a new story and an opportunity for tive lets us dive into the brand to speak the past, present, and to the inspiration future personalities of behind the designs a Mignon Faget Coland the Collectors. lector. The longtime Mignon Faget jewelry Collector is a strong continues to evolve and vibrant woman and is a catalyst for who has passed down stories. By wearing her love for Mf. to meaningful pieces of her daughter and jewelry, our Collectors granddaughter. The can stay connected to present-day Collector their own stories and is a woman confident bring them out into in her worth, comthe world with them,” fortable with being said Maghan Oroszi, forceful and feminine.

Chief Operations and The future Mf. CollecCreative Officer. The tor is carefree, taking revitalization of the lessons passed down, company’s image and looking forward comes as no surprise, to her joyful future. following subtle hints The Collection from their Rebirth deCourtesy of Mignon Faget is precisely timed in signs and Renaissance more ways than one. Springtime, typiCollection. Mignon Faget’s own blossomcally associated with newness – new life, ing story and resurgence is evident in their blooming flowers, and color returning – is latest Collections and resonating tagline, the ideal time to highlight the Collections’ “Every Wear A Story”. star, the Jasmine flower. While with the For more information about Mignon Wild Jasmine Fall Collection, which deFaget, visit https://www.mignonfaget.com.

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CHICAGO STATE UNIVERSITY’S HEALTH SCIENCES SIMULATION LAB RECEIVES CRITICAL FUNDING FOR LABORATORY EQUIPMENT

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Chicago State University (CSU) is pleased to announce the award of $450,000 from the FY22 Omnibus Appropriations Bill. This critical financial investment will be dedicated to the purchase of science laboratory equipment for the University’s Health Sciences Simulation Lab. The new equipment will be part of CSU’s state-of-the-art Health Sciences Simulation Lab, which will train thousands of students for jobs in the medical profession. The College of Health Sciences and the College of Pharmacy at CSU are critical to sustaining a pipeline of underrepresented professionals by educating a caring and competent, and diverse student body. CSU graduates have 100 percent job placement in nursing and occupational therapy and the College of Pharmacy is first in the Midwest for graduating underrepresented students with doctoral degrees.

“The COVID-19 pandemic magnified alarming disparities in our healthcare system and exacerbated workforce shortages. Chicago State University has been leading the way in training students to address these challenges. That’s why I secured this new federal investment in CSU’s Health Simulation Lab to help train a diverse, highly-skilled workforce of medical professionals,” said U.S. Senator Dick Durbin.

“The Health Sciences Simulation Lab will provide top-level training to our students and supply the diverse leadership needed in the health profession,” said Zaldwaynaka (“Z”) Scott, Esq., President of Chicago State University. “Located in the heart of Chicago’s South Side, CSU is uniquely positioned to be the center of training for Health Sciences professionals that represent the patients they serve.”

Chicago State University (CSU), founded in 1867, is the oldest public university in the Chicago Metropolitan area. The University’s five colleges offer over 70 undergraduate and graduate degree-granting and non-degree programs. CSU is committed to equity in education, serving as the only U.S. Department of Education-designated four-year Predominantly Black Institution in Illinois and ranked by a Harvard economist in the top 4% of public and private universities nationwide in supporting our graduates’ economic mobility. The University serves as a prominent civic space on the greater South Side of Chicago by hosting a multitude of athletic, educational, cultural, and recreational activities. The University is located near public transit that provides convenient access to the campus. Visit www.csu.edu.

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Seven Tips for Managing Caregiver Stress During National Stress Awareness Month This April Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Offering Helpful Information to Family Caregivers

NEW YORK (March 31, 2022)— Stress can damage your health if you do not manage it properly—especially if you are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia-related illness. As part of National Stress Awareness Month this April, the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) is providing seven tips to help caregivers manage their stress.

“Stress management and self-care are essential for every Alzheimer’s caregiver. Untreated stress increases the risk of caregiver burnout and can cause high blood pressure, heart problems, anxiety, depression, and numerous other health issues,” said Jennifer Reeder, LCSW, AFA’s Director of Educational and Social Services. “Being proactive in dealing with stress has both short-term and long-term benefits for caregivers’ physical, mental, and emotional health, which is why it’s something that they should prioritize.”

AFA suggests the following tips for Alzheimer’s caregivers to prevent and manage their stress: • Flexibility helps. A caregiver’s attitude plays a huge role in stress levels—if the caregiver is calm and relaxed, it helps the individual living with Alzheimer’s to be as well. Conversely, an angry, agitated caregiver increases the chances that the person for whom they are caring will be angry and agitated too.

Be adaptable, be positive, and aim for constructive solutions to changing situations.

• Deal with what you can control. You cannot control every stress-causing factor, but you can control how you react to them. Focusing on finding solutions to the problem can help reduce the stress it’s causing.

• Mind your health. Inadequate rest, poor diet and lack of exercise can all exacerbate stress (and create other health prob-

lems as well). As best you can, prioritize getting sleep, eating right, drinking plenty of water and being active. You cannot provide quality care to a loved one if you don’t take care of yourself.

• Clear and refresh your mind. Exercise, yoga, meditating, listening to music, walking, or even taking a few deep breaths can all help relax the mind and reduce stress. Find something that works for you and do it regularly!

• Take things one day at a time. Resolving everything at once is both impossible and unrealistic—don’t hold yourself to that unreasonable expectation. Prioritize, set practical goals, do your best to achieve them, and take things one day at a time.

• Stay in touch. There are so many ways to stay socially connected with family and friends—visits, FaceTime, phone calls, text messages, and emails, just to name a few. Disconnecting from your support structure and staying bottled-up increases stress.

• Be open with your feelings. Sometimes just talking about your stress can help relieve it. Whether it’s with someone in your support structure, a professional or even a stranger, don’t be reluctant to open up. AFA’s Helpline has licensed social workers available for caregivers seven days to provide support or even just listen.

The AFA Helpline is available seven days a week to help provide information and support regarding caregiver stress and other caregiving questions. Connect with a licensed social worker by calling 866-232-8484, web chatting at www.alzfdn. org or sending a text message to 646-586-5283. The web chat and text message features can serve individuals in more than 90 different languages.

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Touré Roberts Writes A New Personal Navigation Guide

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JOHNNIE WALKER TAPS BRITTANY HOWARD AND TIA P. TO CREATE OFFICIAL ANTHEM FOR ANGEL CITY FC NEW YORK PRNewswire -- Johnnie Walker, the most popular Scotch Whisky brand in the world, has announced the launch of First Strides, a long-term initiative that aims to celebrate, inspire and enable those people and organizations that are taking bold steps towards progress, and pushing boundaries to move culture forward for all.

To kick off the program with a special nod to strides being made for women’s progress, Johnnie Walker and partners at the National Women’s Soccer League’s LA-based Angel City Football Club tapped five-time Grammy Award-winning artist Brittany Howard and LA-based artist Tia P. to create “Running with the Angels,” the first original anthem for a U.S. women’s professional sports team and the official anthem for the ACFC team. The song is an ode to the team’s trailblazing spirit, as the world’s first majority women-founded, owned and operated pro-soccer team, and will serve as a celebratory anthem for the team and fans as they take the field for their first season next month.

“This anthem is a celebration of women, of Angel City FC, of the city of Los Angeles, and of everyone around the country doing bold things to create positive change in the world,” said Brittany Howard. “I’m proud to continue creating meaningful work with Johnnie Walker that hopefully inspires people to keep walking together towards a more equitable future.”

Along with the anthem release, Johnnie Walker will enable more people to take bold steps towards progress through a series of First Strides grants. Anyone 21+ can apply for a First Stride grant but the brand will continue to dedicate funding to communities where inequality exists.

Through a partnership with the go-to funding

marketplace for women-owned businesses IFundWomen, Johnnie Walker will continue to support women entrepreneurs and fuel women-owned businesses. The brand is also introducing a grants and mentorship program with first-of-its-kind streaming service Blacktag, who is changing the model for pay equity among Black creators.

Particularly inspiring and impactful first strides will be identified by the ‘Walkers’ – a diverse group of thought leaders and cultural changemakers.

This network includes powerhouse writer and producer Kenya Barris, actor, producer, and activist Sophia Bush, and comedian and creator Lilly Singh.

“Progress is the core of Johnnie Walker’s DNA, which is why we are committed to celebrating and propelling the people and organizations taking bold steps to move culture forward,” said Sophie Kelly, Senior Vice President of Whiskies at Diageo North America. “Our partners at Angel City FC, IFundWomen and Blacktag are doing just that - breaking the mold and creating more equity - and we are proud to continue partnering with them and others to fund and toast First Strides.”

The Johnnie Walker First Strides initiative builds on the impact of the brand’s ‘First Women’ campaign, launched in 2020 to celebrate the many women breaking glass ceilings to achieve monumental firsts.

The campaign also highlighted the brand’s ongoing support of constitutional equality for women via partnership with the ERA Coalition, which continues today.

For more information on Johnnie Walker and to apply for a First Strides grant, visit johnniewalker.com/en-us/firststrides. Be sure to follow @JohnnieWalkerUS on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

LOS ANGELES PRNewswire -- Bestselling author, businessman, producer, and popular inspirational leader Touré Roberts today announced that his third book, Balance: Positioning Yourself to Do All Things Well, will be released on April 26, 2022. In Balance, Roberts guides readers through an eye-opening journey that unpacks a revolutionary formula for PRNewsFoto breaking the patterns of inconsistency that keep them from being their best, leaving behind past hit-or-miss cycles and unlocking successful outcomes in life, love and business.

This illuminating guide brings a unique perspective to the evasive concept of balance. Transcending familiar theories of work-life balance, in the book, Roberts teaches that balance is a state of existence that, when realized, brings forth not only the highest version of an individual but optimizes their life’s output. As he unpacks the concept of balance with stunning relatability, Roberts connects with readers on every level. His easy-to-grasp style of teaching and unabashed vulnerability shed light on a missing link and source of longing in the human experience — the innate desire for Balance.

As an author, speaker, entrepreneur, CEO, the lead pastor of a global movement, a devoted husband and a father of six, Roberts understands firsthand the importance of finding true balance in one’s life.

“Balance is not about learning to ef-

fectively give pieces of yourself to important parts of your life,” said Roberts. “It’s about knowing and becoming your entire self—and then giving from your wholeness to everyone and everything within the context of your life.”

Using life-changing principles gleaned from his own personal experiences in relationships, leadership and business, Roberts’ book stands out as a relatable, eye-opening resource that will not only educate, but inspire. Key topics include: The Power of No, which unpacks why “no” is the most powerful word in your vocabulary There’s No Team in I, a paradigm-shifting exploration of the difference between being selfish and a term Roberts coins as being “self-ful” The 5 Signs of Imbalance, which helps you quickly identify imbalances in your life and effectively respond before crisis hits Balance after the Blow, a step-by-step guide to get you back on your feet after experiencing an unexpected setback A personal navigation guide like no other, Balance enables readers to chart a path to productivity, peace, positivity, purpose, and unlimited possibilities.

Balance: Positioning Yourself to Do All Things Well is available for pre-order at amazon.com.

Touré shares his life with his spouse and best friend, author, businesswoman, pastor and popular women’s influencer Sarah Jakes Roberts. The Roberts have six children together and reside in Los Angeles.

PHARRELL WILLIAMS’ BLACK AMBITION BUILDS UPON INAUGURAL YEAR’S SUCCESS Black PR Wire) Los Angeles, Calif.

-- Black Ambition empowers Black and Latinx innovators and communities to excel uninterrupted. Founded by Pharrell Williams in 2020, the non-profit announced today that applications for its second annual prize competition are now at BlackAmbitionPrize.com. Ventures in consumer products and services, media and entertainment, healthcare, technology and Web 3.0 are eligible to win up to $1M. In 2021, Black Ambition completd its inaugural Prize cycle, awarding funding and resources to 34 Prize winners , and supporting an additional 250 entrepreneurs with mentorship to strengthen their ventures.

Over $3.2 million dollars were awarded to finalists, and these individuals have collectively raised over $40 million dollars since receiving a Black Ambition Prize.

The Black Ambition Prize offers more than access to capital. It is a commitment to cultivating the pipelines of diverse talent

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Black Ambition is committed to leveling the playing field and fostering the ingenuity, determination, and resilience of underrepresented entrepreneurs.

To connect and learn more about Black Ambition, competition eligibility, and how to apply, please visit www.blackambitionprize.com. Follow us on Facebook (@ blackambitionprize), Twitter (@blackambitionpz) and Instagram (@blackambitionprize) to stay up to date with the Black Ambition community. Black Ambition is a fiscal sponsorship project of PolicyLink.

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REAL ESTATES HUD/BANK FORECLOSURES CITY & SUBURBS Call: FRED D. CLINK (773) 294-5870 REALTY SERVICES CONSORTIUM __________________________________ 3+ Bedroom HOMES FOR SALE SELLER FINANCING Call: FRED D. CLINK (773) 294-5870 REALTY SERVICES CONSORTIUM __________________________________ IMBC Lending Ronnie Smith Loan Officer FHA/VA Conventional Loans, Call Me For YOur Mortgage Needs Ronnie Smith (346) 237-0221 ____________________________ AC 3-23-2022 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION ROCKET MORTGAGE, LLC F/K/A QUICKEN LOANS, LLC F/K/A QUICKEN LOANS INC Plaintiff, -v.- DIEDRUS U. BROWN, CITIBANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, SUCESSOR IN INTEREST TO ABN AMRO MORTGAGE GROUP, INC, THE WYSTERIA TOWNHOUSE OWNERS ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 2020CH00786 106 WYSTERIA DRIVE OLYMPIA FIELDS, IL 60461 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 21, 2022, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 25, 2022, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 106 WYSTERIA DRIVE, OLYMPIA FIELDS, IL 60461 Property Index No. 32-18-315-006-0000 The real estate is improved with a townhouse. The judgment amount was $229,043.91. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport,

etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC Plaintiff's Attorneys, 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125, Chicago, IL, 60606 (312) 541-9710.

Please refer to file number 20 7792.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125 Chicago IL, 60606 312-541-9710 E-Mail: ilpleadings@johnsonblumberg.com Attorney File No. 20 7792 Attorney Code. 40342 Case Number: 2020CH00786 TJSC#: 42783 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Case # 2020CH00786 I3190233 ____________________________ AC 3-30--2022 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION ROCKET MORTGAGE, LLC F/K/A QUICKEN LOANS, LLC F/K/A QUICKEN LOANS INC.Plaintiff, -v.- JOSEPH E. MCLAUGHLIN Defendants 2020 CH 02630 138 W. SAUK TRAIL CHICAGO HEIGHTS, IL 60411 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 24, 2022, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 2, 2022, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 138 W. SAUK TRAIL, CHICAGO HEIGHTS, IL 60411 Property Index No. 32-32-218-005-0000 (VOL. 20) The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $95,416.66. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5 (g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government

Classifieds agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC Plaintiff's Attorneys, 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125, Chicago, IL, 60606 (312) 5419710. Please refer to file number 20 7953. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125 Chicago IL, 60606 312-541-9710 E-Mail: ilpleadings@johnsonblumberg.com Attorney File No. 20 7953 Attorney Code. 40342 Case Number: 2020 CH 02630 TJSC#: 42-823 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Case # 2020 CH 02630 I3191180 ____________________________ AC4-06-2022 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK NA; Plaintiff, vs. SHELANDA C. HAYES AKA SHELANDA HAYES; ROGER COMER; SILVER CROSS HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER; Defendants, 18 CH 1799 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, May 9, 2022 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 31-12-302-021-0000.

Commonly known as 1822 Cardinal Court, Flossmoor, IL 60422. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 19-001423 ADC F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com I3191239 ____________________________ IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK NA; Plaintiff, vs. SHELANDA C. HAYES AKA SHELANDA HAYES; ROGER COMER; SILVER CROSS HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER; Defendants, 18 CH 1799 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, May 9, 2022 at the hour of For information, contact The sales clerk, LOGS Legal Group LLP Plaintiff's Attorneys, 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301, Bannockburn, IL, 60015 (847) 2911717 For information call between the hours of 1pm - 3pm.. Please refer to file number 19-091579. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. LOGS Legal Group LLP 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301 Bannockburn IL, 60015 847-2911717 E-Mail: ILNotices@logs.com Attorney File No. 19-091579 Attorney Code. 42168 Case Number: 19 CH 10970 TJSC#: 421183 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Case # 19 CH 10970 I3191447 ____________________________

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO LASALLE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR LEHMAN XS TRUST MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-10H Plaintiff, -v.OPAL-LOY, INC., THORN CREEK BASIN SANITARY DISTRICT Defendants 21 CH 1902 339 WEST 16TH PLACE CHICAGO HEIGHTS, IL 60411 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 23, 2022, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 6, 2022, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 339 WEST 16TH PLACE, CHICAGO HEIGHTS, IL 60411 Property Index No. 32-19-416-015-0000 The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $119,007.30. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact The sales clerk, LOGS Legal Group LLP Plaintiff's Attorneys, 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301, Bannockburn, IL, 60015 (847) 2911717 For information call between the hours of 1pm - 3pm.. Please refer to file number 21-094652. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. LOGS Legal Group LLP 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301 Bannockburn IL, 60015 847-2911717 E-Mail: ILNotices@logs.com Attorney File No. 21-094652 Attorney Code. 42168 Case Number: 21 CH 1902 TJSC#: 421250 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Case # 21 CH 1902 I3191571 ____________________________

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LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given, pursuant to “An Act in relation to the use of an Assumed Business Name in the conduct or transaction of Business in the State,” as amended, that a certification was registered by the undersigned with the County Clerk of Cook County. Registration Number: Y22008788 on MARCH 11, 2022. Under the Assumed Business Name of THE COMFORT COLLECTION BY YASHIA with the business located at: 11105 SOUTH KEDZIE AVENUE, CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60655. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owner(s)/partner(s) is: Owner/Partner Full Name RABIHAH SIMMONS RILEY Complete Address: 11105 SOUTH KEDZIE AVENUE, CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60655, USA. ____________________________ Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State Certificate of Assumed Name Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 333 The filing of an assumed name does not provide a user with exclusive rights to that name. The filing is required for consumer protection in order to enable customers to be able to identify the true owner of a business. ASSUMED NAME: Manage Your Affairs Consultive Firm PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS: 51 West 107th Street Chicago IL 60628 USA NAMEHOLDER(S): Name: Address: Civic Moors United C/O General Delivery 433 West Harrison Street Chicago IL 60699 United States R A Bey Trust 8212 South Escanaba Avenue Chicago IL 60617 United States The Edward House Jr. Private Express Trust 10510 South Throop Street Chicago IL 60643 USA Rohsaan Kwame Alexander Bey C/O General Delivery 433 West Harrison Street Chicago IL 60699 United States Edward Rollin House Jr 10510 South Throop Street Chicago IL 60643 USA If you submit an attachment, it will be incorporated into this document. If the attachment conflicts with the information specifically set forth in this document, this document supersedes the data referenced in the attachment. By typing my name, I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath. SIGNED BY: UCC 1 - 308 MAILING ADDRESS: 10510 South Throop Street Chicago IL 60643 EMAIL FOR OFFICIAL NOTICES: shyraent@gmail.com Work Item 1300903200028 Original File Number 1300903200028 STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE FILED 03/05/2022 11:59 PM Steve Simon Secretary of State ____________________________

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